what is the lead time and MOQ for shoes from China by category?

Typical terms (confirm per style): MOQ — stock 10 pairs/colour, OEM 200 pairs, ODM 500 pairs. Lead time — in-stock ~5–10 days to ship; OEM/ODM bulk ~25–35 days after sample approval; samples 5–12 days. Air sample 5–8 days; sea bulk depends on route.

See MOQ explained and export ports & transit.